Physician (Obstetrics/Gynecology)

U.S. Department of Defense; Fort Riley (KS); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Defense is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Physician in Obstetrics/Gynecology at Irwin Army Community Hospital. This role requires advanced medical education, hands-on clinical experience, and the ability to respond to complex cases and emergencies. Responsibilities include diagnosing, treating, and prescribing for patients, as well as leading emergency interventions. Applicants should hold the necessary licensure and complete the required medical training to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must possess current, unrestricted medical license.
• Completion of residency training in Obstetrics/Gynecology required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications needed.

Responsibilities

• Examine and treat patients in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Respond to emergencies in OB/GYN.
• Guide and direct clinical personnel during shifts.

Skills

Patient Care

Diagnosis

Surgery

Emergency Response

Education

Doctor of Medicine

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

Job description

About the Position: This position is located in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at, Irwin Army Community Hospital, Fort Riley, Kansas.

• This is a Direct Hire Solicitation
• This is an open continuous announcement. Multiple vacancies exist and may be filled from this announcement at any of the locations listed. We accept applications on an ongoing basis; qualified applicants will be considered as vacancies become available.

Duties

• Examine, diagnose, treat or prescribe course of treatment for OB/GYN patients including those of an unusually complex and difficult nature.
• Respond to obstetrical and gynecological emergencies as the team leader.
• Perform advanced colposcopy and treatment of dysplasia on OB/GYN patients.
• Administer and prescribe medicine and treatment.
• Guides and directs the work of all personnel during assigned shift or in the absence of regular supervisor.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
• Child Care Checks: This position has specific initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements since its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age on a recurring basis.
• Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
• A pre-placement medical examination is required.
• Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
• Applicants must be able to fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
• This position may require rotating shifts (i.e. work schedule that requires employees to continuously rotate from one shift to another at predetermined intervals).
• This position may include shift work (evenings, weekends, holidays).
• This position may require the incumbent to work on call during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules.
• Moderate to heavy lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.

Qualifications
Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Basic Requirement for Physician (Obstetrics/Gynecology):

Degree: Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent from a school in the United States or Canada. This degree must have been accredited by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association; Association of American Medical Colleges; Liaison Committee on Medical Education; Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association, or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. A Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree from a foreign medical school must have provided education and medical knowledge equivalent to accredited schools in the United States. Evidence of equivalency to accredited schools in the United States is demonstrated by permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, a fifth pathway certificate for Americans who completed premedical education in the United States and graduate education in a foreign country, or successful completion of the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination.

Licensure: Applicants must possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Physician from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.

Graduate Training: Subsequent to obtaining a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, a candidate must have had at least one year of supervised experience providing direct service in a clinical setting, i.e., a one-year internship or the first year of a residency program in a hospital or an institution accredited for such training.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

Residency Training : Applicants must have successfully completed the required accredited residency training in the specialty of the position to be filled (Obstetrics/Gynecology) and equivalent experience and training equal to at least 4 years. Experience may not be substituted for residency training that is required for the specialty identified.